"Yes, sir," said Paul, springing to a foot-rest, and snapping it into place under the gentleman's foot. "A good, strong walking shoe, I suppose? Something about six dollars?"
"Exactly!" said the customer with surprise.
"We have the very thing will please you, sir," said Paul, putting his customer's unshod foot down with reverence.
"You're not taking my size!"
"I will if you wish, sir, but I should say a 9-D would be about right."
"It is right," said the customer, who had not recognized Paul.
"This is our style A515, sir. May I try it on? We sell these mostly to customers of your standing. It's a strong shoe, but still rather dressy."
"Feels pretty good," said the customer, standing up. "The left one is a little snug in the toe."
"I'll stretch it a bit, if you wish. Or would you rather try a larger size. I wouldn't advise you to, but it won't be any trouble to try it. That's what we're here for!"
"No, these will do. You might stretch that left one a bit at the toe."